Assistant Project Manager

• Job Title: Assistant Project Manager - Water & Wastewater
• Position location: Hybrid (Tuesdays & Wednesdays at offices based in Krugersdorp)
• Candidate Ideal Location: Potchefstroom, North West
• Position type: 1-year contract position, with a view to establish a longer-term relationship with the Company
• Salary offered: R35 000 R40 000 CTC p/m
• Start date: ASAP

• The candidate must demonstrate a well-rounded knowledge of the principles of Project Management and must be conversant and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the knowledge areas as defined by the PMI (PMBok standards).
• Practical applications of the principles of Project Management must be demonstrated.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in water related projects.

• Developing Project Charter & Scope
• Project Execution Plan
• Project Revenue, Budget & associated Cost
• Project Program
• Staffing the Project (building a team)
• Quality Management
• Safety Management
• Stakeholder & Communication management
• Risk Management
• Procurement & Contracting Management
• Site & Sub-contractor management & other site related activities
• Development & delivering of key reports both internal & external
• Commissioning Management
• Taking Over of Works management
• Project Close-out

• Responsible for the Projects Account, Compiling of Application for Payment for the Main Works, Variation Order Applications for Payment, Claims Application for Payment,
• Commercial Management, commercial issues related to Claims under Extension of Time, Labour relation agreements, Force Majeure etc.
• Commercial Management of contractual requirements
• Project Control Manager, managing the Controls of Cost, Resources, Procurement, Quality, planning of overall activities
• Progress report and risk report
• Submit and attend Health and safety monthly report meetings
• Submit and attend quality report meetings
• Respond to employer letters
• Write letters of notification and queries
• Claim letters for additional work
• Submit Request for quote
• Submit request for information
• Attend commercial meetings with employer
• Attend daily progress meetings
• Attend weekly progress meetings
• Attend monthly progress meetings
• Participate in value engineering sessions as necessary to reduce cost.
• Submitting monthly claims and invoicing
• Prepare monthly cost reports
• Prepare and issue cash flow projections to employer as well as internally
• Prepare monthly procurement schedule
• Approve orders
• Approve and appoint sub-contractors
• Draft SLA contracts with sub-contractors
• Approve sub-contractors progress claims
• Manage site office personnel
• Manage sub-contractors & labour relations
• Establish and oversee project close out documentation and processes through to completion.
• Negotiate, resolve and close out any outstanding change orders, quality issues or disputes.
• Process and track any final invoices, payment applications, retention payments, etc.
• Prepare and submit final project accounting and budget.

• The appointment would be a fixed term non-permanent appointment.
• The duration of the contract would be 12 months with a view to establish a longer-term relationship with the Company.
• The candidate must be willing to travel.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related engineering degree, construction management, or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (PMBOK), tools, and techniques
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• Min 3 years experience in EPC projects as a project manager or project engineer.
• Proven Track Record of successfully delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction.

• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Proven track record in delivering high-quality programs/projects.
• Able to display exceptionally strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to develop and maintain long-term relationships with all members of the team.
• Ability to present to project manager to gain approvals.
• Passionate about solving complex challenges within aggressive timelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Projects and other relevant software platforms.
• Expedite various elements of the project to meet budget & time constraints.

• The ideal candidate is a Project Manager who is a motivated self-starter with a positive attitude, high level of personal integrity, and who thrives in a collaborative team environment with a passion to finalize projects successfully.
• Strong people & team leadership capability Lead, motivate, and develop project team members to maximize their potential and contribution to project success.

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